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When Kevin Durant shoots, it’s still a minor shock if he misses. He dropped 52 in an an OT win over the Mavs and has become unstoppable with his range and length to get to the hole almost unaffected by defense. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)Kevin Durant. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

(CBS/AP) The massive tornado that ripped through a handful of Oklahoma City suburbs and killed at least 50 people grabbed the attention of the sports world on Monday, especially the players and coaches with ties to the area.

Kevin Durant, a three-time scoring champion for the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder, has vowed to donate $1 million to the American Red Cross disaster relief efforts in Oklahoma.

“The Red Cross relies on its donors to perform its mission in relieving human suffering following disasters,” regional CEO Janienne Bella said in a press release. “Mr. Durant’s gift and support to Oklahoma comes at a time of great need and we’re forever thankful for his generosity.”

Following Durant’s act of generosity, both the Thunder and the NBA/NBAPA have announced they will make separate $1 million donations to aid in the tornado relief.